Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Wave Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$179.99Most expensive
US$130Cheapest
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
241 g (8.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)
38 mm (1.50 in)
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers with X-channel rail systemRotatable carbide wire cutters and strippersFull-size 3.25 inch partially serrated bladeMagnetic 3.2 inch center-axis bit driverPry bar with nail puller and bottle openerSerrated bladeAwlFileMagnetic flathead and Phillips bitsSpring-loaded scissors
PliersWire cuttersReplaceable wire cuttersFine nose pliersRegular nose pliersMultiple bladesScrewdriversSawSpring-action scissorsRulerEyeglass screwdriverPhillips #1-2 screwdriver3/16" screwdriver
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Spring-action Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty workDIY projectsCampingOutdoor use
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Common praise
Full-size tools that handle real projects reliablyCenter-axis bit driver provides great torque and reachDurable 420HC blade with long edgeSpring-loaded pliers and scissors function wellIncludes many useful tools in a sturdy design
Durable and built to lastIncludes a comprehensive set of toolsVersatile for a wide range of tasksSpring-action pliers and replaceable wire cutters appreciated
Common complaints
Bulkier and heavier than some other multi-tools, making pocket carry less comfortableLack of pocket clipInterior tools can be cumbersome to access
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools
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